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Photo: © Nahuel Melisa Aguirre Gago eBird S40825846 Macaulay Library ML 76798521
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Double-collared Seedeater

Sporophila caerulescens
Espiguero Collarejo
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Double-collared Seedeater

Appearance: The male Double-collared Seedeater has a black and white plumage with a double white collar on its neck, while the female is more dull in color with streaks of brown and white.
Habitat: This species can be found in a variety of habitats including grasslands, savannas, and agricultural areas.
Behavior: Double-collared Seedeaters are  seed-eaters, feeding on grass seeds and grains. They are often seen foraging on the ground in small flocks.
Breeding: During the breeding season, males perform courtship displays to attract females. They build their nests in shrubs or grasses and females lay 2-4 eggs.
Conservation Status: The Double-collared Seedeater is listed as a species of Least Concern by the IUCN.
MALE
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Photo: © Nahuel Melisa Aguirre Gago eBird S40825846 Macaulay Library ML 76798521
FEMALE
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Photo: © Cláudio Jorge De Castro Filho eBird Checklist S43534772 Macaulay Library ML 89151071

Distribution

The Double-collared Seedeater is found only in the southern most tip of the Amazon Region of Colombia.

Taxonomy

The Double-collared Seedeater (Sporophila caerulescens)
  • Kingdom: Animalia
  • Phylum: Chordata
  • Class: Aves (Birds)
  • Order: Passeriformes
  • Family: Thraupidae
  • Genus: Sporophila
  • Species: Sporophila caerulescens

Vocalization

The Double-collared Seedeater's vocalization is a series of high-pitched, melodious whistles and trills. It can also produce a sharp "tsip" or "chip" call.